Skinny Mint Almond Butter Cups

We first got here up with these skinny mint almond butter cups in the course of the Lady Scout season of 2018. We have been seeking to make a dessert that was harking back to this well-known cookie, however that solely required a couple of healthful components. The recipe inspiration comes from our wholesome peanut butter cups, that are made with peanut butter, coconut oil, and a sweetener. These, after all, are a bit extra distinctive and remind you precisely of a Skinny Mint GS cookie!

These Skinny Mint Almond Butter Cups are my private favourite nut butter cup, ever. They’re simply so minty and chocolatey and ideal in each method. And- when you like Skinny Mint Lady Scout Cookies, then these can be your jam…I promise!

These infants are made with an almond butter base, sweetened with maple syrup, and flavored with mint extract. Let’s check out all the things you’ll want!

What You Want for Skinny Mint Almond Butter Cups

• Almond butter – when attainable, make certain to purchase drippy almond butter. It is going to make your life a lot simpler!
• Coconut oil – coconut oil assist skinny out the cups to make them simpler to pour.
• Cocoa powder – that is what makes them chocolatey!
• Mint extract – a bit of goes a good distance.
• Maple syrup – we’re all about all-natural sweeteners and maple syrup is the proper pair with regards to chocolate.

Can I exploit a special nut butter?

Should you’re not an almond butter particular person, I counsel going cashew butter earlier than peanut butter simply because peanut butter has such a definite taste.

What if my almond butter isn’t drippy?

Your almond butter have to be skinny sufficient to have the ability to combine. If it’s not, you possibly can mix it up with some coconut oil. That ought to skinny issues out.

Do I’ve to retailer these within the freezer?

Sure, it’s a must to retailer these within the freezer. They’re much like our freezer fudge in that they may soften at room temperature.

A Few Suggestions

• Batter too thick: In case your batter remains to be too thick, add extra coconut oil. It must be the consistency of a drippy nut butter.
• Use a silicone mould: whereas we used paper liners, silicone works wonders and is healthier for the setting.
• Use a mini muffin tin: you may make bite-sized skinny mint cups through the use of a mini muffin tin as a substitute.

Find out how to Retailer Almond Butter Cups

As soon as your cups have set, you possibly can switch them right into a freezer-safe gallon-size bag. Retailer them within the freezer for as much as 3 months.